David Syd Lawrence
David 'Syd' Lawrence was a former England fast bowler who made history as the first British-born Black cricketer to represent England. Born in Gloucestershire, he was known for his remarkable skills on the field, earning five Test caps and taking 625 wickets in 280 appearances for Gloucestershire County Cricket Club. Lawrence made his Test debut in 1988 and achieved a career highlight with a five-wicket haul against the West Indies in 1991. He was a passionate advocate for inclusion and representation in cricket, serving as President of Gloucestershire County Cricket Club and being named one of the inaugural Honorary Life Vice-Presidents of the England and Wales Cricket Board. He passed away at the age of 61 after a courageous battle with motor neurone disease, leaving behind a legacy as a trailblazer in the sport.
Born on Jan 01, 1961 (64 years old)
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Jamaica:
David ‘Syd’ Lawrence was the first Britain-born black cricketer to play for England and has died at the age of 61 after a battle with motor neurone disease.
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Pakistan:
David Lawrence was the first British-born Black cricketer to represent England and passed away after a battle with motor neurone disease.
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United Kingdom:
David 'Syd' Lawrence was a former England and Gloucestershire bowler who became a prominent campaigner for those with MND after his diagnosis.
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